A Visit is not the same as a Supporter Trip.
A Visit is typically a single‑day experience for you to spend with up to three of your sponsored children. Visits are designed for Supporters who are already traveling independently to a country for vacation, work or another reason.
Visits may last from 2-6 hours and are available Monday through Friday during business hours only. Evening activities are not available.
If you sponsor more than three Participants, you may request one additional visit day, with up to three Participants per day.
A Visit is not the same as a Supporter Trip.
A Visit is typically a single‑day experience for you to spend with up to three of your sponsored children. Visits are designed for Supporters who are already traveling independently to a country for vacation, work or another reason.
Visits may last from 2-6 hours and are available Monday through Friday during business hours only. Evening activities are not available.
If you sponsor more than three Participants, you may request one additional visit day, with up to three Participants per day.
What a Visit May Include
Every Visit is unique. These examples reflect common activities, but your itinerary may vary based on local circumstances, safety, and availability.
Option 1: Be present where your Participant lives and learns
Option 2: A visit convenient to where you're staying
Visit your Participant at their Compassion Center
Meet & greet near where you are staying
Share a meal with your Participant and their family
Fun activity near your lodging (park, zoo, playground, mall, etc.)
Visit your Participant's home
Fun activity near your Participant's home (park, zoo, playground, mall, etc.)
What A Visit May Include:
Every Visit is unique. These examples reflect common activities, but your itinerary may vary based on local circumstances, safety, and availability.
Option 1: Be present where your Participant lives and learns
Visit your Participant at their Compassion Center
Share a meal with your Participant and their family
Visit your Participant's home
Fun activity near your Participant's home (park, zoo, playground, mall, etc.)
Option 2: A visit convenient to where you're staying
Meet & greet near where you are staying
Fun activity near your lodging (park, zoo, playground, mall, etc.)
What a Visit May Cost
- Visit day expenses vary by region and requirements, and Supporters must cover all in‑country costs such as transportation, translation services, meals, and lodging.
- Costs typically range from $500–$800 but vary, and a detailed estimate will be provided by the National Office after your application is approved.
- Separate administrative fees apply to cover background checks and visit support: $250 for the main Supporter, $75 for each additional adult guest, and $25 for each minor guest.
- If two or more Supporters attend a visit together and are visiting their own Participant(s), each Supporter must pay the full $250 administrative fee.
What A Visit May Cost:
- Visit day expenses vary by region and requirements, and Supporters must cover all in‑country costs such as transportation, translation services, meals, and lodging.
- Costs typically range from $500–$800 but vary, and a detailed estimate will be provided by the National Office after your application is approved.
- Separate administrative fees apply to cover background checks and visit support: $250 for the main Supporter, $75 for each additional adult guest, and $25 for each minor guest.
- If two or more Supporters attend a visit together and are visiting their own Participant(s), each Supporter must pay the full $250 administrative fee.
What is Included?
Your health and safety are our top priorities. Our trained staff and your planner work closely with in-country teams to ensure your Visit is safe, smooth, and meaningful for you and your Participant(s).
Compassion coordinates the Visit for the approved day only. The Visit includes a certified host, local transportation that day, meals, and planned activities. Costs vary by location and activities. All Visits include the Participant, their parent/guardian, and local Compassion staff.
Compassion does not manage travel or activities outside the visit day. Flights, lodging, travel documents, insurance, and immunizations are your responsibility.
What is Included?
Your health and safety are our top priorities. Our trained staff and your planner work closely with in-country teams to ensure your Visit is safe, smooth, and meaningful for you and your Participant(s).
Compassion coordinates the Visit for the approved day only. The Visit includes a certified host, local transportation that day, meals, and planned activities. Costs vary by location and activities. All Visits include the Participant, their parent/guardian, and local Compassion staff.
Compassion does not manage travel or activities outside the visit day. Flights, lodging, travel documents, insurance, and immunizations are your responsibility.
What is the Process for a Visit?
Request a Visit
Must be at least 3 months before you go on your trip! Compassion must carefully consider safety, child protection, National Office availability, and staff capacity.
Review and Approval Process
Our Field Experience Team conducts an initial review of your application. If your request moves forward, you will receive instructions to complete registration and pay a $100 non‑refundable deposit.
After registration and payment are complete, the National Office will conduct an official review. If the Visit is approved, we’ll send a confirmation email with the approved visit date and next steps. The $100 deposit is refunded only if the National Office is unable to officially approve the Visit.
Prepare
Your Field Experience planner will work with the National Office to develop your Visit’s budget and itinerary. They will keep you informed of all logistics and expenses that must be paid in advance of your Visit.
Go on your Visit!
Enjoy your unforgettable, once‑in‑a‑lifetime experience!
What is the process for a Visit?
Request a Visit
Must be at least 3 months before you go on your trip! Compassion must carefully consider safety, child protection, National Office availability, and staff capacity.
Review and Approval Process
Our Field Experience Team conducts an initial review of your application. If your request moves forward, you will receive instructions to complete registration and pay a $100 non‑refundable deposit.
After registration and payment are complete, the National Office will conduct an official review. If the Visit is approved, we’ll send a confirmation email with the approved visit date and next steps. The $100 deposit is refunded only if the National Office is unable to officially approve the Visit.
Prepare
Your Field Experience planner will work with the National Office to develop your Visit’s budget and itinerary. They will keep you informed of all logistics and expenses that must be paid in advance of your Visit.
Go on your Visit!
Enjoy your unforgettable, once‑in‑a‑lifetime experience!
Apply for a Visit
Apply for a Visit
At this time, we are only accepting applications for visits occurring January 2027 or later.
At this time, we are only accepting applications for visits occurring January 2027 or later.
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